Every few years, athletes from almost every country gather to compete, celebrate and cheer together at the Olympic Games. This topic is popular because the Olympics show how sports can bring people from different cultures together in peace and friendship.
The Olympic Games are the world’s biggest sports event, watched by millions of people across the globe.
What are the Olympic Games?
The Olympic Games are:
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An international sports competition
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Held every four years
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Open to athletes from many countries
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Based on fair play and respect
There are two main events:
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Summer Olympics
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Winter Olympics
How the Olympics began
The Olympics began:
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Over 2,000 years ago
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In ancient Greece
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As games to honour Greek gods
The modern Olympic Games were restarted in 1896 to promote peace and sportsmanship.
Sports in the Olympics
Olympic sports include:
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Running, swimming and gymnastics
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Football, hockey and basketball
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Wrestling, judo and boxing
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Ice skating and skiing (Winter Olympics)
New sports are sometimes added to keep the games exciting.
What the Olympic symbols mean
The Olympics have famous symbols:
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Five rings – show unity of continents
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Olympic flame – symbol of hope and peace
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Motto – “Faster, Higher, Stronger”
Athletes take an oath to play honestly and fairly.
Why the Olympics are important
The Olympics:
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Encourage friendship between nations
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Inspire young people to play sports
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Promote hard work and discipline
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Show respect and equality
Athletes often train for many years to compete.
Why kids should care
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Sports build health and confidence
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The Olympics teach teamwork and effort
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Dreams can come true with practice
Teachers say the Olympics help children learn about history, culture and global unity.
Fun fact
Gold medals are mostly made of silver — with only a thin layer of gold on top!
In short: The Olympic Games bring the world together through sports, respect and fair competition.
Learning takeaway: The Olympics remind us that even though countries are different, sports can unite everyone as one global team. 🌍🏅
